Elephants, Empowerment & Extraordinary Adventures

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of children's books. Our guest, R.G. de Rouen, shares the inspiring story behind his new picture book "Mother to Elephants" - a lyrical tale about the legendary Daphne Sheldrick and her groundbreaking work rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephants in Kenya. You'll be amazed to learn about the incredible intelligence and family bonds of these gentle giants. Rico takes us on a virtual safari, describing the thrill of observing elephants in the wild and the valuable lessons they teach about community, connection, and welcoming strangers. We also chat with author June Smalls about her beautiful book "She Leads the Elephant Matriarch," which celebrates the leadership of these matriarchal creatures. There's something for everyone in this episode. You'll discover tips for traveling and bonding with your kids through nature exploration and reading. Plus, you'll be inspired by the powerful messages of female empowerment and the importance of encouraging girls to pursue STEM fields and leadership roles. Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!